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Douala Design Hotel

3.5 star property
Douala Design Hotel brings together urban charm with contemporary comfort in Akwa II, where travelers can unwind with stylish drinks and thoughtfully prepared meals

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Located in central Akwa II, Douala Design Hotel offers a sophisticated retreat with amenities like dry cleaning and free in-room WiFi. Guests can relax with a drink at the bar or enjoy local cuisine at the on-site restaurant.

Reviews

7.8 out of 10
Good

Popular amenities

  • Parking included
  • Free WiFi
  • Restaurant
  • Air conditioning
  • Breakfast available
  • Business services
The current price is AED 316
AED 397 total
includes taxes & fees
11 Mar - 12 Mar

Room options

View all photos for Standard Double Room

Standard Double Room | Minibar, in-room safe, desk, blackout drapes

Standard Double Room

8.0 out of 10
Very good
(1 review)

Highlights

Separate sitting area
Soundproofed
Air conditioning
Flat-screen TV
Separate bedroom
Blackout drapes/curtains
Private bathroom
Hair dryer
  • 28 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed

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Minibar, in-room safe, desk, blackout drapes

Deluxe Double Room

Highlights

Separate sitting area
Soundproofed
Air conditioning
Flat-screen TV
Blackout drapes/curtains
Shower/tub combination
Private bathroom
Deep soaking bathtub
  • 32 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed

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Superior Room | Minibar, in-room safe, desk, blackout drapes

Superior Room

Highlights

Separate sitting area
Soundproofed
Air conditioning
Flat-screen TV
Blackout drapes/curtains
Shower/tub combination
Private bathroom
Deep soaking bathtub
  • 44 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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Suite | Minibar, in-room safe, desk, blackout drapes

Suite

Highlights

Separate sitting area
Soundproofed
Air conditioning
Flat-screen TV
Blackout drapes/curtains
Shower/tub combination
Private bathroom
Deep soaking bathtub
  • 52 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

About the neighborhood

Located in Douala, Douala Design Hotel is in the city center. Cathedral of Saints Peter and Paul and La Nouvelle Liberte are local landmarks, and travelers looking to shop may want to visit Eko Market and Douala Grand Mall. Looking to enjoy an event or a game while in town? See what's happening at Stade de la Reunification or Japoma Sports Complex. Visit our Douala travel guide
Map
Rue Prince Bell, Douala

What's nearby

  • Cathedral of Saints Peter and Paul
    13 min walk - 1.2 km
  • Espace Doual'art
    18 min walk - 1.5 km
  • Douala Maritime Museum
    19 min walk - 1.6 km
  • Eko Market
    2 min drive - 2.4 km
  • Port of Douala
    2 min drive - 1.7 km

Getting around

  • Douala (DLA-Douala Intl.)
    14 min drive

Restaurants

  • La Chaumiere
    15 min walk
  • The Spot
    11 min walk
  • Le Boj
    14 min walk
  • Mc Cofee
    3 min walk
  • Black & White
    11 min walk

About this property

Douala Design Hotel

Hotel located in Akwa II
You can look forward to dry cleaning/laundry services, a bar, and a restaurant at Douala Design Hotel. Stay connected with free in-room WiFi.
Other perks at this hotel include:
  • Free self parking
  • Buffet breakfast (surcharge), a roundtrip airport shuttle (surcharge), and a TV in the lobby
  • Smoke-free premises, 2 meeting rooms, and a 24-hour front desk
Room features
All 55 rooms feature comforts such as air conditioning and separate sitting areas, in addition to perks like free WiFi and safes.
Extra conveniences in all rooms include:
  • Bathrooms with showers and free toiletries
  • 32-inch flat-screen TVs with satellite channels
  • Separate sitting areas, daily housekeeping, and desks

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Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in all rooms: Free WiFi
  • Available in some public areas: Free WiFi

Parking and transportation

  • 24-hour roundtrip airport shuttle on request for a surcharge
  • Free secured self parking on site

Food and drink

  • Daily buffet breakfast available 6:00 AM to 10:00 AM for a fee: XAF 10,000 for adults and XAF 5,000 for children
  • A bar/lounge
  • A restaurant

Things to do

  • TV in common areas

Family friendly

  • Soundproofed rooms

Conveniences

  • 24-hour front desk

Guest services

  • Dry cleaning/laundry service
  • Housekeeping (daily)
  • Multilingual staff
  • Tour and ticket assistance
  • Turndown service

Business services

  • 2 meeting rooms

Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • Elevator
  • Wheelchair accessible (may have limitations)

More

  • 5 floors
  • Reception hall
  • Smoking not allowed

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Bedsheets provided
  • Blackout drapes

Bathroom

  • Free toiletries
  • Hair dryer
  • Private bathroom
  • Shower
  • Towels provided

Entertainment

  • 32-inch flat-screen TV with satellite channels

Food and drink

  • Limited room service
  • Minibar

More

  • Air conditioning (climate-controlled)
  • Desk
  • Iron/ironing board on request
  • Safe
  • Separate sitting area
  • Soundproofed rooms

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: noon; Check-in end time: midnight
Minimum check-in age: 18

Check-out

Check-out before noon

Special check-in instructions

This property offers transfers from the airport (surcharges may apply); guests must contact the property with arrival details before travel, using the contact information on the booking confirmation
Guests must contact the property in advance for check-in instructions; front desk staff will greet guests on arrival at the property
To make arrangements for check-in please contact the property at least 24 hours before arrival using the information on the booking confirmation
Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools

Access methods

Staffed front desk

Pets

Pets not allowed

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome
Rollaway/extra beds are not available
Cribs (infant beds) are not available

Property payment types

Important information

Fees

You'll be asked to pay the following charges at the property. Fees may include applicable taxes:

  • A tax is imposed by the city: XAF 3000.00 per accommodation, per night

We have included all charges provided to us by the property.

Optional extras

  • Fee for buffet breakfast: approximately XAF 10000 for adults and XAF 5000 for children
  • Airport shuttle fee: XAF 5000 per room (roundtrip)

The above list may not be comprehensive. Fees and deposits may not include tax and are subject to change.

You need to know

Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy
Government-issued photo identification and a credit card, debit card, or cash deposit may be required at check-in for incidental charges
Special requests are subject to availability upon check-in and may incur additional charges; special requests cannot be guaranteed
This property accepts credit cards; cash is not accepted
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher

We should mention

Only registered guests are allowed in the guestrooms

Property is also known as

Douala Design
Douala Design Hotel Hotel
Douala Design Hotel Douala
Douala Design Hotel Hotel Douala

Frequently asked questions

Is Douala Design Hotel pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

How much does it cost to stay at Douala Design Hotel?

As of 10 March 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Douala Design Hotel on 11 March 2026 start from AED 316, excluding taxes and fees. This price is based on the lowest nightly price found in the last 24 hours for stays in the next 30 days. Prices are subject to change. Choose your dates for more accurate prices.

How much is parking?

Self parking is free at this property.

What time is check-in at Douala Design Hotel?

Check-in start time: noon; Check-in end time: midnight.

What time is check-out at Douala Design Hotel?

Check-out is at noon.

Does Douala Design Hotel provide a shuttle to the airport?

Yes, there's an airport shuttle that runs on request. A fee of XAF 5000 per room applies.

Where is Douala Design Hotel located?

Located in Akwa II, this hotel is within 1 mi (2 km) of Cathedral of Saints Peter and Paul, Espace Doual'art, and Douala Maritime Museum. Eko Market and Port of Douala are also within 2 mi (3 km).

Can I cancel my reservation for free and receive a full refund?

Yes, this property offers free cancellation on select room rates, because flexibility matters! Please refer to the property cancellation policy on our site for more details about any exclusions or requirements.

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Reviews

Douala Design Hotel Reviews

7.8

Good

8.0

Cleanliness

7.6

Location

7.8

Staff & service

7.8

Property conditions & facilities
Rating 10 - Excellent. 4 out of 21 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 14 out of 21 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 0 out of 21 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 2 out of 21 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 1 out of 21 reviews

Reviews

4/10 Poor

herve

Disliked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
Not the same anymore. Quality was poor.

10/10 Excellent

herve

Great
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2021

8/10 Good

Verified traveler

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Every traveler deserves better coffee.
Stayed 3 nights in May 2021

8/10 Good

Verified traveler

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The room was clean and spacious Very helpful staff
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2021

8/10 Good

Sema

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Good stay, albeit weak Wifi

3 night-stay at Douala Design. The location is very good for easy access to the central town and its amenities. Room is comfy somewhat and has some panache. Main issue for me was the wifi as it was very weak. Breakfast buffet was good and the service was great
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2020

2/10 Terrible

James

Disliked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Don't stay there

Thieves who try to cheat their customers
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2019

8/10 Good

Kandarp

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Really good hotel. But internet is very slow.

Really large size very clean rooms. Friendly and courteous staff Good break fast Rubbish internet though. However, they did arrange a separate router for us on the last day
Stayed 6 nights in Apr 2019

8/10 Good

LAURENT

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

pas mal

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Stayed 4 nights in Oct 2018

10/10 Excellent

Jahn Birger

Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2023

8/10 Good

Nouadje Nina Michele

Liked: Cleanliness
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2022

8/10 Good

Verified traveler

Liked: Property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2022

8/10 Good

Katrina

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, room comfort
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2022

10/10 Excellent

Jahn Birger

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 5 nights in Dec 2021

8/10 Good

Tatiana

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2021

8/10 Good

Jahn Birger

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 4 nights in Oct 2021

8/10 Good

Jahn Birger

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 4 nights in Sep 2021

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveler

Stayed 1 night in Apr 2021

8/10 Good

Verified traveler

Stayed 1 night in Sep 2020

8/10 Good

Nathalie

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 4 nights in Oct 2019

4/10 Poor

kevin

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Need improvement

Stayed 8 nights in May 2019

8/10 Good

Jahn Birger

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2019